Strikes and power: French unions take on government over labour laws

French workers and unions often spark headlines for their frequent strikes. In the past few months, there has been a series of walkouts over a government plan to reform labour laws. One of France's biggest unions, the CGT, has led the protests against a proposal to make it easier for firms to fire workers during a downturn. Who's winning the stand-off? Do strikes equal power in France?

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He joined FRANCE 24 in 2012 after stints in London and Dublin. He presents live business updates, the weekly show People & Profit, and covers events like the World Economic Forum in Davos.

KATE MOODYJournalist

She joined France 24 in 2012, after beginning her career in tv and radio in Washington D.C. She brings you the best business stories from around the world, breaking down the facts and figures on a daily basis.

MARKUS KARLSSONFRANCE 24 Economics Reporter

He joined France 24 from 2006 to 2016, where he anchored the morning news show and the business programmes, including live debates with high profile guests at the World Economic Forum in Davos.